- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Buses per day
49
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Prague to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Kraków will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 49 buses that leave Prague for Kraków on Wed, Jul 15, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 394 km distance in an average of 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 7 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $22.
Distance: 244 miles (394 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $328 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Kraków:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Kraków costing on average $32 (€27).
A train is $298 (€245) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Kraków costing on average $328 (€270).
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 41m.
Bus takes on average 7h 44m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€27) compared to roughly $112 (€93) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $80 (€66). The journey takes 7h 44m versus 5h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket, Autolux, DMD Group, BlaBlaCar, Sindbad, NIKOLO s.r.o., KLR.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator ams_easttrans | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator ams_openline | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 07:27PM | Duration 9h47 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 07:27PM | Duration 9h17 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator GDAMALER | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Autolux | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BTA Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator ams_easttrans | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator AVTOKOMBINAT-1 | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BUS TRANS INTERNATIONAL | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $344 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Nasorokh TOV | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator DMD Group | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Kraków buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 8h05 | 2:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 7h30 | 2:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 AM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 10h20 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:10 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h10 | 2:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Praha, Černý Most | 6h40 | 2:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Praha, Černý Most | 9h30 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Prague | 11h40 | 7:40 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Prague | 12h20 | 8:20 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
000219 | 8:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 11h50 | 7:50 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Prague | 10h45 | 7:15 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Praha, Černý Most | 9h10 | 5:55 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
0 | 8:50 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h00 | 5:50 PM Kraków, Main Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
000001 | 8:50 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h10 | 6:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Prague | 9h10 | 6:00 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Prague | 9h10 | 6:00 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h05 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h40 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Praha, Roztyly | 8h15 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Praha, Roztyly | 7h40 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 9h05 | 7:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 8h30 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Praha, Černý Most | 9h40 | 8:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h10 | 7:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h15 | 7:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h40 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Prague | 7h40 | 7:40 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Prague | 8h20 | 8:20 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
7075777 | 12:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h20 | 8:20 PM Kraków, Main Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
000273 | 12:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h10 | 8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
000273 | 12:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h35 | 7:35 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
7213733 | 12:40 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h05 | 9:45 PM Kraków, Main Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:40 PM Prague | 9h10 | 9:50 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Prague | 10h40 | 11:40 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Prague | 10h20 | 11:20 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 10h10 | 11:10 PM Kraków, Main Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Prague | 10h20 | 11:20 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Prague | 10h45 | 12:45 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Prague | 10h45 | 12:45 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h05 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Praha, Černý Most | 7h30 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Praha, Černý Most | 10h05 | 3:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 10h00 | 3:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h35 | 3:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Prague | 7h40 | 1:40 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
000383 | 6:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h15 | 2:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
000383 | 6:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h45 | 1:45 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Praha, Černý Most | 9h00 | 4:30 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h00 | 5:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h40 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h10 | 6:35 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Praha, Roztyly | 7h20 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Praha, Roztyly | 7h50 | 6:35 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Praha, Černý Most | 9h00 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 12:35 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 6h55 | 7:30 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 7h25 | 8:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 7h10 | 8:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 6h40 | 7:30 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 8h50 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 9h20 | 11:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 8h40 | 11:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 7h15 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 8h05 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 7h45 | 11:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h30 | 12:05 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 8h20 | 12:05 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Prague to Kraków run on average 52 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by train.
There are 36 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 52 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Kraków — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kraków trip today.
Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
Branch of the Czartoryski Museum famed for Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine and important European decorative arts.
Underground archaeological museum beneath the Main Square, revealing medieval streets, artifacts, and the city’s early trade history.
Historic district south of the Old Town, known for synagogues, courtyards, layered history, and one of Kraków’s best walking atmospheres.
Medieval core of Kraków packed with churches, squares, lanes, and landmarks; the city’s essential area for first-time visitors.
Leafy park ring replacing the old city walls, ideal for a relaxed walk around the Old Town between major sights.
Obwarzanek Krakowski is Kraków’s iconic ring-shaped bread, chewy and topped with salt, poppy or sesame. It has protected status and is sold from blue street stalls.
Maczanka Krakowska is a traditional Kraków sandwich of slow-cooked pork in a soft roll, often called a local ancestor of pulled pork sandwiches.
Pierogi are dumplings common in Kraków, often filled with meat, potato and cheese, or seasonal fruit. They are a staple of Polish home cooking and milk bars.
Popular traditional venue near the center serving hearty Polish specialties in a rustic cellar atmosphere with strong local character.
Well-known milk bar for budget-friendly Polish comfort food such as pierogi, soups, and pancakes in a simple local canteen setting.
Historic restaurant on the Main Square known for classic Polish dishes, elegant interiors, and traditional service in a landmark setting.
More affordable than many Western European city breaks. Dining and transit are low-cost, while central hotels can rise in peak season.
Tipping is appreciated, not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 10%. Tip taxis by rounding up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is common.
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Kraków Dworzec Autobusowy MDA -> Rynek Główny, Kraków
Buses in Europe are one of the most effective and affordable ways to travel, with both domestic and international routes offered by a variety of companies. Buses from Prague to Krakow run regularly throughout the day, from very early in the morning until very late in the evening. These bus services are provided by RegioJet, FlixBus, Flixbus, and Infobus among others. Buses from Prague to Krakow take between 6 and a half and 10 hours to make the journey between the two cities, depending on the service chosen. RegioJet buses may require up to two changes, while all Infobus buses are direct.
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Average prices for buses from Prague to Krakow when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€24 |
1 Day in Advance |
€24 |
1 Week in Advance |
€24 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€24 |
1 Month in Advance |
€24 |
3 Months in Advance |
€24 |
Prague to Krakow Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than the train it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 6 hours to arrive in Krakow.
All buses from Prague to Krakow leave from Florenc, which is the Czech capital's main bus station. Florenc is a modern bus terminal and it is located just to the east of the Prague city center. Florenc is directly linked to Prague's efficient Metro system, which takes 10 minutes to reach the Prague city center. The Metro service runs from early morning until midnight each day. Local buses are also available from Florenc, and some services run until 1 a.m. If a taxi is needed, it is considered advisable to phone for one.
Krakow is a beautiful and cultured city which was the ancient royal capital of Poland. Krakow is justifiably world-famous for its historic and picturesque Old City, which has been proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city's Museum of Contemporary Art is also well worth a visit. Bus passengers from Prague arrive at Krakow Bus Station, which is integrated into the ultra-modern Krakow Glowny transport hub, which gives access the city's bus and tram services. Some bus services run throughout the night. The Old Town is within walking distance of the bus station and taxis are also available.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Kraków by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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